Title: Banks Peninsula Escape Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=123110569&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Banks Peninsula Escape Cottage in Birdlings Flat ## Photo gallery for Banks Peninsula Escape ![Outdoor dining - Banks Peninsula Escape (Birdlings Flat)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123120000/123110600/123110569/d71c478b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Banks Peninsula Escape (Birdlings Flat)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123120000/123110600/123110569/685eb2a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen - Banks Peninsula Escape (Birdlings Flat)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123120000/123110600/123110569/5e2b1e4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, Internet, bed sheets - Banks Peninsula Escape (Birdlings Flat)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123120000/123110600/123110569/d56a2bd5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Banks Peninsula Escape (Birdlings Flat)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123120000/123110600/123110569/7e657b5a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Banks Peninsula Escape provides everything that you need. ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly £125 includes taxes & fees 12 Feb - 13 Feb ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Banks Peninsula Escape A unique and modern getaway only 40 minutes from CHCH. Perfect for a quickand easy getaway mid week for something completely different. Right next to Lake Forsyth, Lake Ellesmere and the beach. Our little house is quite new and very warm. 3 large sliding doors open out on to a private courtyard and vast Doc land. Very quite and peacefull full of bird life. Dogs welcome but are $20 per dog xtra and please don’t let them loose near doteril colony outside house on the beach. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Internet access ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90550000/90543000/90542994/w1584h1067x16y0-fe7459e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bushside Cottage - Akaroa Holiday Home Akaroa - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 9.0 Wonderful 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-18&endDate=2026-02-19&selected=90542994&PinnedHotelID=90542994&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114960000/114956600/114956570/4b6461fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Adventure & Relaxation Cozy 3BR Stay with Games & Scenic Views Mount Pleasant - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning 10 Exceptional 1 review £181 includes taxes & fees 9 Feb - 10 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10&selected=114956570&PinnedHotelID=114956570&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123020000/123015700/123015626/1dc1e2ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Small Town Getaway Southbridge - Kitchen - Washing machine - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space £75 includes taxes & fees 5 Feb - 6 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06&selected=123015626&PinnedHotelID=123015626&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88670000/88664000/88663902/b11988db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pacific View by Tiny Away Leithfield - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Parking available 8.8 Excellent 8 reviews £97 includes taxes & fees 13 Feb - 14 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14&selected=88663902&PinnedHotelID=88663902&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99400000/99390500/99390483/b4a645cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy and private cottage with crashing waves and bird song to soothe your soul. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Birdlings Flat is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Montgomery Park Scenic Reserve and Lake Forsyth, while Akaroa Museum and Lincoln Event Centre are cultural highlights. Christchurch Adventure Park and Ngā Puna Wai Sports Hub are also worth visiting. 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